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Queen of the Jungle Georgia “Toff” Toffolo will be greeting fans in Lancaster. Georgia, known as “Toff”, will be meeting fans in Dalton Rooms nightclub on Saturday January 20. Toff is an English television and media personality, best known for appearing on E4 reality television series ‘Made in Chelsea’ and winning the 17th series of ITV’s ‘I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!’ last year. “I booked Toff within her first few days of being in the jungle as I knew she had the potential to win,” said Paul Roberts, managing director of Dalton Rooms, based in Dalton Square. “Luckily for us she did.” “I plan to keep booking different celebrities, DJs and TV stars. “I think this adds something to different to a typical night out.” Toff will appear as part of a meet and greet at the Dalton Rooms from 10pm. “I think people will love Toff, out of all the appearances we have booked, … [Read more...] about I’m A Celebrity Queen of the Jungle to come to Lancaster

Shaun Wallace, best known for being a quiz personality on ITV’s The Chase, will appear in Lancaster tonight (Monday January 15). The Dalton Rooms club will welcome the TV star for their Lollipop Mondays event. “I chose Shaun because The Beast was a big hit with the students and I’m hoping Shaun will have the same response,” said Paul Roberts, managing director of Dalton Rooms, based in Dalton Square. “He’s perfect for a meet and greet. “I like to book acts throughout the year to give something back to our customers, I also like to keep up with the times and be the number one clubbing destination. “I’m always talking with different agencies to see who’s popular and who everyone else is booking.” On The Chase, contestants play against a professional quizzer, who attempts to prevent them from winning a cash prize. Shaun will appear at the club at 10pm. Tickets cost £7 via … [Read more...] about Chase star Shaun Wallace in Lancaster tonight

Beat ‘Blue Monday’, the most difficult day of the year, by getting together for a friendly cuppa and raising funds for Samaritans to provide emotional support, say local Samaritans volunteers. Psychologists have dubbed it “Blue Monday”, a date in January when post-Christmas gloom is at its worst. It is worked out with a formula taking into account six factors: weather, debt, time since Christmas, time since failing our New Year’s resolutions, low motivational levels and the feeling of a need to take action, according to the BBC. Samaritans is declaring January 15 Brew Monday and asking friends, neighbours and work colleagues to help Samaritans of Lancaster and District simply by taking time out for a cuppa and a chat with someone who might appreciate it. “We’ll be out on Lancaster and Oxenholme train stations on Monday 15th, ready to chat and to give away tea bags to be shared on a tea break with a friend, family member, colleague or anyone … [Read more...] about Lancaster Samaritans on hand for Blue Monday

A man was rescued from a car which fell into a river after a crash on the A683/A687 at Wrayton. Firefighters were called to Melling Road at around 6.25pm on Sunday night (January 14) to reports of a man trapped in a car in water. Fire crews from Hornby and Lancaster were sent to the scene and upon arrival the man was being treated by ambulance services for minor injuries. Swift Water Rescue from Preston were recovering the vehicle from the water to check if there was anyone in the car. Lancaster Road Policing Team said: “Multi agency rescue resulting in minor injuries only thanks to a quick thinking member of the public. “Could’ve been so much worse! “Slow down, you never “know the roads” like you think you do.” Pictures by Lancaster Road Polic, Thomas Beresford and Liam Hayward. … [Read more...] about Man rescued from car in river near Lancaster

Drivers are being warned to take care this morning following reports of a multi-vehicle crash on the M6. The crash, which involved five vehicles, happened at around 7.15am just before junction 33 for Lancaster. Police say paramedics have been called to check-over the occupants of the vehicles. Highways England have advised that one lane remains open for vehicles to pass. A spokesman for the police said: "We received reports of a crash on the M6 near Lancaster this morning. The accident happened in lane three. "According to reports it seems that one car spun into the central reservation and other cars then collided with that car." Highways England said they were working to clear and re-open the affected lanes. … [Read more...] about Delays after multi-vehicle crash on M6 near Lancaster